B5WC-VB2322-1

The B5WC color sensor offers reliable detection of changes and differences in color that can contribute to the automation of equipment

The B5WC color sensor emits light using a white LED as a light source, and receives reflected light determined by the color of the detected object (the ratio of red, green, and blue is unique to each color)

The color sensor separates the received reflected light into red, green, and blue, and makes and output of red, green, and blue data (RGB data) using the I2C communication method. For example, when detecting red and yellow objects, the reflected light from the white LED is red and yellow, so the red, green, and blue output values ​​output from the color sensor are different, so red and yellow can be distinguished.

An example application can be, as the deterioration of lubricating oil in machine tools progresses, it can lead to machine failure. Therefore, monitoring the color of the lubricating oil with the B5WC sensor makes it possible to estimate when it is time to replace the lubricating oil.

Features & Benefits

• Output voltage value changes depending on the color of liquid
• Liquid condition monitoring
• Compact form
• Optimizes the replacement of lubricating oil that has changed color due to deterioration by monitoring the output voltage value
• Supports remote monitoring by observing the status with the color sensor
• Its small size allows the sensor to be built in to equipment with high degree of installation flexibility

Applications

• Machinery requiring lubricating oils
• Beverage production equipment

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